Washington State University · 22 hours ago
Director of Strategic Initiatives
Pullman, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$9,342/mo - $14,917/mo
6+ years expWashington State University is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives for the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS). The role involves serving as a trusted advisor and strategist to the Dean, ensuring operational effectiveness and promoting excellence in teaching, research, and outreach programs.
Construction
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as the Dean’s principal advisor, strategic partner, and operational leader
Collaborate closely with associate and assistant deans, department chairs, directors, faculty, and university partners to implement the Dean’s strategic vision
Represent the Dean to internal and external stakeholders
Facilitate coordination across administrative and academic units
Ensure that priorities and initiatives are executed effectively
Exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage complex issues with professionalism and integrity
Balance multiple priorities with attention to detail
Occasionally travel within Washington State or work evenings and weekends as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field (preference for business administration, public administration, higher education administration, or agricultural sciences)
At least 6 years of progressively responsible administrative or leadership experience in higher education, research administration, or public-sector management
Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, programs, or organizational initiatives
Strong skills in strategic planning, organizational management, and operational execution
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across diverse stakeholders
Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage sensitive issues
Preferred
Master's degree, Doctorate degree, or terminal degree in a field relevant to CAHNRS disciplines or Business administration
Experience working within a land-grant university or similar organization with research and Extension missions
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing organizational change
Experience with fiscal management, policy development, and human resources operations
Familiarity with Washington State University policies, systems, and administrative structures
Experience engaging with agricultural industries, government agencies, or community partners and event management
Benefits
Paid sick and vacation leave
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
Retirement
Deferred compensation
Optional supplemental retirement accounts
Training and development
Employee tuition waiver
Company
Washington State University
Washington State University is a nationally recognized land-grant research university, founded in Pullman in 1890.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2007-05-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Anika Wottreng
Co-Founder and President of WSU German Club
Rachel Wong, Ph.D
Co-Founder of Summer Programming Camp for Middle School Students at WSU
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